Annual Omnibus Survey: A survey of life in Qatar 2011

Abstract

This executive summary presents the highlights of the 2011 Omnibus survey, the second in a series of Omnibus surveys, carried out by the Social and Economic Survey Research Institute (SESRI) of Qatar University. The Omnibus surveys interviewed a large and representative sample of Qatari citizens, resident expatriates, and migrant laborers. The 2011 survey gathered valuable demographic information and asked questions about a number of topics of importance to Qatari society. Respondents were asked about their attitudes and activities relating to their child’s education; the traffic system; politics; the media; and labor migrants. The survey was designed and carried out in accordance with the highest scientific and ethical standards. Respondents were assured that their answers would be confidential.